Iceland's most photographed mountain.
Kirkjufell is a steep, arrowhead shaped mountain rising straight from the sea beside Grundarfjordur, framed by a small tumbling waterfall.
The view of mountain and falls together is one of the most photographed scenes in Iceland, beautiful in every season.
The Snaefellsnes peninsula reaches west into the sea about two hours from Reykjavik, an easy and rewarding self drive at any time of year.
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A striking, steep cone rising from the shoreline.
A small waterfall that frames the classic photo.
Snow, midnight sun or aurora, the view always rewards.
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Quick answers for planning your visit.
Kirkjufell is in West Iceland, Iceland. It stands on the north coast of Snaefellsnes beside Grundarfjordur.
Kirkjufell is known for its distinctive arrowhead shape, the Kirkjufellsfoss waterfall in the foreground and its fame as Iceland's most photographed mountain.
The best time to visit is year round, and every season here has its own character.
Most visitors spend 1 hour here, depending on the weather and how much of the surroundings you want to explore.